Chocolate Mousse Brownies Recipe: Indulgent Treat for Home Chefs
This Chocolate Mousse Brownies recipe combines the richness of brownies with the lightness of mousse, creating a dessert that is indulgent and perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
- Beat in cocoa, flour, and salt until well blended. Spread the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- For the mousse, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then fold in the melted chocolate chips.
- Spread the mousse over the cooled brownies and refrigerate until set, about 2 hours.
- Cut into squares and serve chilled.
Notes
- Ensure the brownies are completely cooled before adding the mousse layer for the best texture.
- You can top the mousse with chocolate shavings or fresh berries for added garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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